The American Society of Sugar Cane Technologists is a society interested in the general study of the sugar cane industry in the United States and the dissemination of information to members of the organziation through meetings and publications. The ASSCT is comprised of two major branches, the Florida Division and the Louisiana Division Members of the ASSCT generally associate themselves with one of two membership groups.

To lead basic research in chemistry and physical chemistry of sugars in aqueous medium an cover such areas as structure- activity relations, solute-solvent interactions and the problems posed by crystallisation. To apply the informations derived from the physical and chemical studies to the understanding of practical problems such as : water activity depression and formulation of baked goods, enhancement of viscosity of technical sugar solutions. To develop modern analytical techniques for sugar users in function of their needs. To provide an up-to-date documentation and serve as a data-base on subjects like sweeteners, water activity, viscosity, sensory analysis or sugar crystallization for the professionals sponsoring the association. To help in finding solutions in our fields of competence for the problems posed by adherents of the association.

The Society is committed to the economic and sustainable advancement of the sugar cane industries of the world and associated communities, through promoting innovative research, development and the adoption of technology, and by sharing the knowledge among its members for their professional development.

To serve the professional interests of its members by dissemination of scientific and other technical aspects of sugar refining at an Annual Technical Meeting. To promote more personal relationships amongst its members. To encourage original research. To cooperate with other engineering, technical, and scientific societies.

Sugar Processing Research Institute, Inc. shall devote its best effort in accordance with the accepted highest professional standards to be a center of excellence in sugar technology for the global sugar industry and to serve the itnerests of its members.

The Sugar Journal, founded in 1938, is a monthly technical publication that is distributed to an international audience in the sugar industry. Articles cover global trends in the production, processing, and refining of cane, beet, and corn, and are authored by respected authorities.